A naming day is a non-religious way for you, your family and your friends to welcome a child into your family. It can take place at any point in a persons life and if you wish can involve prayer and readings but being non-religious it leaves your child to chose his or her own path later in life.

As parents you can use this opportunity in front of family and friends to affirm your intent toward your child as he or she grows, while also inviting other adults or mentors to ‘step up’ and take an active role in your child’s future.

A naming day is not a legal ceremony in any way however it is a joyous way to show your commitment, and that of your family and friends, towards the future of your children).

It is a wonderful way celebrate the birth of your child.

As a Marriage Celebrant I must tell you that it is illegal for two people already married, to marry again. Even, if you intend only to marry each other again, to show the world how much you are still in love.

Having said that, it is perfectly legal for you to go through a re-affirmation or re-commitment ceremony to once again celebrate your love.

It will not have any legal status but it is a beautiful way to celebrate an anniversary or birthday and can be even more special because this time (often) your children are there to share the day with you.

Because it has no legal standing, there are no legal elements to the ceremony. It is entirely up to you how it will be conducted, where it will take place and who will be involved.

Another time you might wish to celebrate like this would be if you originally married at a location and time where many family and friends could not attend, and now wish to celebrate again with the people who mean the most to you.